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#460 of 1,288 schools in LA

Top 36% in state

Brentwood Elementary School

Elementary School · Calcasieu Parish

3825 Brentwood Avenue, Lake Charles, LA 70607

Enrollment

272

Student-Teacher

13:1

Score

7.0

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Louisiana schools

#460 of 1,288

In Lake Charles

#16 of 34

public schools

In district

#28 of 55

Calcasieu Parish

School environment

9.1 / 10

Excellent

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Brentwood Elementary School

7.0/10

Elementary School in Lake Charles · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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5.2/10

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About Brentwood Elementary School

Brentwood Elementary School is a public elementary school in Lake Charles, LA, part of Calcasieu Parish. Brentwood Elementary School serves approximately 272 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13:1 student-teacher ratio. Brentwood Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #460 of 1,288 schools in LA.

Structured state assessment records for Brentwood Elementary School show 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 7.0 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.0
  • LA avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.0Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-2.14 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics5.5Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency13% (2025 LEAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency35.7% (2025 LEAP)
Math vs. State Avg-23 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-7.2 pts
Overall Proficiency24% (2025 LEAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)25% (model expectation from 2025 LEAP)
vs. Expected-0.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile37th
Resources & Environment9.1Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,724
Chronic Absenteeism19.1%

Brentwood Elementary School — Students at Brentwood Elementary School score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

87.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores LA LEAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 37.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
35.9% (2025 LEAP)
ELA Proficiency 46.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.0% (2025 LEAP)

Based on 40 test records from LA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
51%
ELA
54%
2010
Math
43%
ELA
57%
2011
Math
57%
ELA
57%
2012
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2013
Math
52%
ELA
47%
2014
Math
52%
ELA
52%
2015
Math
57%
ELA
47%
2016
Math
47%
ELA
47%
2017
Math
47%
ELA
62%
2018
Math
52%
ELA
67%
2019
Math
52%
ELA
67%
2020*
Math
7.5%
ELA
22%
2021*
Math
7.5%
ELA
22%
2022
Math
17%
ELA
22%
2025
Math
13%
ELA
35.7%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.0/10.

How Brentwood Elementary School Compares

See how Brentwood Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.0/10
64th percentile in LA
Academic
5.5/10
Average
Growth
7.0/10
Very Good
Environment
9.1/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
88%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
21 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
19.1%

Location

3825 Brentwood Avenue, Lake Charles, LA 70607

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Brentwood Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. T. S. Cooley Elementary Magnet School (rated 9.1/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST MARGARET CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, T. H. Watkins Elementary School (rated 7.6/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Lake Charles, see our Lake Charles schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Henry Heights Elementary School Lake Charles 0.5 mi 5.2
LaGrange High School Lake Charles 0.7 mi 5.6
Southwest Louisiana Charter Academy Lake Charles 0.9 mi 4.0
F. K. White Middle School Lake Charles 1.0 mi 9.2
Oak Park Middle School Lake Charles 1.3 mi 8.6
Oak Park Elementary School Lake Charles 1.3 mi 5.3
Fairview Elementary School Lake Charles 1.2 mi 3.9
ST MARGARET CATHOLIC SCHOOL Lake Charles 1.4 mi 8.1
T. S. Cooley Elementary Magnet School Lake Charles 1.4 mi 9.1
T. H. Watkins Elementary School Lake Charles 1.6 mi 7.6
College Oaks Elementary School Lake Charles 1.5 mi 5.6
Lake Charles College Prep Lake Charles 1.5 mi 4.0
Dolby Elementary School Lake Charles 1.8 mi 7.5
Lake Charles Charter Academy Lake Charles 1.7 mi 5.8
OUR LADY QUEEN OF HEAVEN SCHOOL Lake Charles 1.8 mi 6.2
ST LOUIS CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Lake Charles 2.2 mi 5.6
Barbe Elementary School Lake Charles 2.1 mi 5.4
Pearl Watson Elementary School Lake Charles 2.4 mi 5.5
M. J. Kaufman Elementary School Lake Charles 2.4 mi 5.5
IMMACULATE CONCEPTION CATHEDRAL SCHOOL Lake Charles 2.5 mi 5.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 70607 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$58,427

Median Home Value

$171,700

Median Rent

$1,053/mo

Population

28,285

College Educated

17.6%

Homeownership

63.4%

Avg Commute

22.6 min

Poverty Rate

26%

Median Age

32.9

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Albany Upper Elementary School Albany, LA 7.0
East Leesville Elementary School Leesville, LA 7.0
Forest Heights Academy of Excellence Baton Rouge, LA 7.0
JESUS THE GOOD SHEPHERD SCHOOL Monroe, LA 7.0
OUR LADY OF LOURDES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Slidell, LA 7.0
Pinecrest Elementary/Middle School West Monroe, LA 7.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Brentwood Elementary School

What grades does Brentwood Elementary School serve?

Brentwood Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Brentwood Elementary School?

Brentwood Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 272 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Brentwood Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Brentwood Elementary School is 13:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Brentwood Elementary School rank in LA?

Brentwood Elementary School ranks #460 of 1,288 schools in LA.

What is Brentwood Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Brentwood Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Brentwood Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Brentwood Elementary School has 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Brentwood Elementary School a charter school?

No, Brentwood Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Brentwood Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Brentwood Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Brentwood Elementary School?

87.5% of students at Brentwood Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
11 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
33 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
272
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
Teachers (FTE)
21
Free/Reduced Lunch
87.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Calcasieu Parish
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
19.1%

District

Calcasieu Parish
District Enrollment
29,282
Schools in District
56
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,724
District Rank
#28 of 55

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